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Bengaluru Stampede: BCCI Ombudsman seeks written replies from RCB, KSCA

IPL champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru have landed in further trouble after BCCI Ombudsman-cum-Ethics Officer Justice (Retd) Arun Mishra directed the franchise, along with the Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA), to file written submissions over gross negligence during the team's victory celebrations in Bengaluru, which led to the death of 11 people. The Ombudsman has granted RCB and KSCA four weeks to respond, following an official complaint filed by IPS officer Vikas Kumar. PTI is in possession of a copy of the Ombudsman's directive. The complainant has also urged the Ombudsman to bar the current owners from selling the franchise until the investigation into the tragedy is complete. "Looking at the gravity of the incident, it is considered appropriate that the Karnataka (State) Cricket Association, as well as the concerned franchise Royal Challengers Bangalore be asked to submit their written replied to the complaint," Justice Mishra wrote in his directive. "This compl

IPL 2025 scores viewership record with 840 bn mts watch time: JioStar

A billion viewers across TV and digital platforms watched the tournament; RCB -PBKS final most-watched match in IPL history

TATA IPL 2025 sets historic viewership records across TV and digital

JioHotstar, the league's digital home, witnessed a staggering 23.1 billion views and 384.6 billion minutes of watch-time, a 29% year-on-year increase.

Rahul Dravid reacts to Bengaluru stempede, calls it sad and upsetting

The legendary Rahul Dravid on Tuesday expressed deep anguish over the death of 11 people in a stampede during Royal Challengers Bengaluru's IPL victory celebrations, terming the incident as "unfortunate" and "sad". Tragedy struck last Wednesday when nearly 2.5 lakh fans gathered in and around the Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru to catch a glimpse of their favourite stars, resulting in a stampede that claimed lives and left 56 injured. "Yeah, very disappointing. Obviously, very sad. Thoughts go out to people," Dravid, a former India coach and captain, told NDTV. Dravid, who is currently associated with IPL franchise Rajasthan Royals as a coach, said the incident was particularly painful given the city's deep sporting culture. "This is a really sports passionate city. I come from here. People love their sport, not only cricket. People love sport in the city and they've really followed all the sporting teams here, whether it's been our football team or it's been our kabaddi team. "A

I still want to represent DC in IPL 2026: Aussie quick Mitchell Starc

Starc opted not to rejoin the Capitals in IPL 2025 after the tournament resumed post a 10-day suspension

Pune mob celebrating RCB IPL 2025 win booked for bursting crackers

Around 40 persons were booked in Pune for bursting firecrackers and creating ruckus while celebrating RCB's IPL win, a police official said on Thursday. The incident took place at Namdar Gopal Krishna Gokhale Chowk (Goodluck Chowk) after the match on June 3, the Deccan police station official said. "Around 40 persons have been charged under provisions of Maharashtra Police Act for disrupting public transport, creating public nuisance and disturbing peace with firecrackers. The celebrations caused inconvenience to motorists. We are reviewing CCTV footage of the area to identify more persons," the official added. RCB won their maiden title with a six-run victory over Punjab Kings in the final at Ahmedabad on Tuesday, ending an 18-year wait.

Bengaluru police arrest top RCB official, 3 others in stampede incident

Karnataka CM instructed the DGP and IGP to arrest representatives of Royal Challengers Bengaluru and DNA event managers and Karnataka State Cricket Association in connection with the stampede

Never a believer of road shows: Gambhir on RCB victory parade mishap

Gambhir was asked about yesterday's stampede like situation outside Chinnaswamy Stadium that left 11 people dead ahead of Royal Challengers Bengaluru's IPL victory celebrations in Bengaluru.

RR's young sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi vows to shine brighter in IPL 2026

Suryavanshi's defining moment came against the Gujarat Titans in Jaipur, where he blazed his way to a 35-ball century

Chinnaswamy stampede: RCB pledges ₹10 lakh to each victim's family

A massive crowd gathered outside Bengaluru's Chinnaswamy Stadium on Wednesday to celebrate IPL 2025 champions RCB, but the event turned tragic after a stampede left 11 dead and 33 injured

RCB announce ₹10 lakh financial aid for victory parade stampede victims

The franchise expressed deep sorrow in a statement issued the day after the incident, saying the loss of lives has brought immense grief to the entire RCB family

Datanomics: RCB conquering 22 yards to topping billboards after IPL triumph

With the wait for the title now over, the question arises whether brand RCB can eclipse the valuation of CSK and MI -- the top two franchises in the brand ecosystem in the recent past

RCB come out with official statement after Chinnaswamy Stadium stampede

Around 11 people have reportedly died following the stampede today at the Chinnaswamy Stadium during RCB's victory parade for their IPL title win in Bengaluru.

Virat Kohli gets elusive silverware, IPL champion RCB bags brand title

RCB's first IPL title adds brand momentum but experts say Kohli's brand value remains unchanged while PBKS under Iyer emerge as a serious branding contender

BCCI reacts to RCB victory parade stampede at Chinnaswamy Stadium

The atmosphere in Bengaluru turned grim shortly after the city had erupted in celebration, with thousands of RCB supporters gathering outside the stadium to mark the franchise's first IPL title.

Rajat will lead RCB for a long time, says Kohli during RCB's victory parade

RCB celebrated their long-awaited IPL title with a victory parade and heartfelt tributes in Bengaluru

RCB receives warm welcome in Bengaluru after successful IPL 2025 campaign

The RCB contingent landed in Bengaluru on Wednesday afternoon, only hours after their thrilling six-run victory in Ahmedabad

Mallya recalls picking Kohli, calls RCB's IPL title a dream come true

Former Royal Challengers Bengaluru owner Vijay Mallya recalled picking a young Virat Kohli 18 seasons ago in the players auction and said it was remarkable to witness the maestro staying loyal to the franchise, which has finally won a long-awaited IPL trophy. RCB defeated Punjab Kings by six runs in the IPL final in Ahmedabad on Tuesday to end their long wait in the 18th edition of the tournament. "When I founded RCB it was my dream that the IPL trophy should come to Bengaluru. I had the privilege of picking the legendary King Kohli as a youngster and it is remarkable that he has stayed with RCB for 18 years," Mallya wrote in a post on 'X'. RCB, which was bought by Mallya for USD 111.6 million back in 2008, picked Kohli in the inaugural IPL auction in January 2008, and the batting superstar has only played for the Bengaluru-based franchise since then. The UK-based Mallya lost ownership of the franchise in 2016 after defaulting on bank loans. The team is now completely owned by Uni

Virat Kohli pens emotional message on Instagram post RCB's IPL 2025 triumph

In his emotional post, Kohli reflected on the team's journey and the unwavering support of fans who stood by RCB through years of failure

Can Shreyas Iyer become the new 'Captain Cool' of the Indian cricket team?

Iyer has now joined elite company, becoming just the third captain after MS Dhoni and Rohit Sharma to lead three different teams to the IPL final